Just dropping by to say hello. A recent CT scan for a planned gall bladder op picked up a number of sclerotic lesions on my pelvis. My PSA reading is around 1. I was subsequently referred for a bone scan which has confirmed the lesions and the radiographer can’t rule out rarer forms of prostate cancer. So I have now seen a prostate cancer consultant who has referred me for a pelvic MRI scan which is now scheduled for Monday. Having been a bit down emotionally with the speed with which this is all happening, now having read about the waits being endured by others for diagnosis, I am now feeling very fortunate that my company’s private healthcare means I can get through this limbo stage to diagnosis so quickly. Yes - it is a lot to take in but I think I would struggle even more with a prolonged wait to find out what I am dealing with. My wife and I are both sleeping badly at the moment so I am doing my best to put it to the back of my mind and distract myself as much as possible. I am feeling much more positive than I was a few days ago. My best wishes to anyone else currently stuck in limbo land.
Hello Seagull
Another welcome again from me - this time to our small corner of the Community.
You are at the hard part of this journey but you are being looked after by your team. Let’s hope the diagnostic process goes quickly and with a good result for yourself.
We all suffer from anxiety waiting for the results of tests and if you need any support with this please do call our Support Line on 0808 808 00 00 (8am to 8pm 7 days a week).
If I can do anything else for you please let me know.
Best wishes - Brian.
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